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Councilman Murray expressed concern regarding the lack of a specific proposal to consider at a public hearing; expressed dismay at tone of mailer sent to water users to gather census data advising minimum allocation will be assigned if census not returned within 10 days; suggested percentage banking formula; expressed need for good public relations; and reiterated request for identification of water abusers. Councilman Murray advised that businesses in Redwood City receive more water than residences as their water use is consistent throughout the year, and they have been getting a good deal; if per capita use for residences chosen then per capita use for businesses should apply. Also requested information regarding business water use, using number of employees as basis, to give a general figure. MEMO 3/26/91 Water Committee members responded to questions and comments advising the committee issued a report with open-ended questions to generate discussion; census data is needed to support per capita allocation if Council chooses that method of water conservation; and need to set public hearing date. Councilwoman Buchan requested additional information on more alternatives such as California Water Service program and legal ramifications of a building moratorium before April 15, 1991 public hearing. Also, impact of allowing parks to dry up and problems with summer recreation and replacement costs. I MEMO 3/26/91 Discussion ensued regarding the census form, its evolution and objectives. General Services Director Sennewald advised the census form was modeled after the Marin County form which garnered a 90% completion and return rate. Councilwoman Buchan requested a notice be published explaining, in more positive terms, the necessity of completing and returning the census form. MEMO 3/26/91 The following people addressed the Council on the issue of water allocation: Ralph Nobles, Planning Commissioner, 3720 Country Club Drive, Redwood City, reported on the League of California Cities Planning Commissioners Institute and the topic of water shortage in California Annette Schmidt, Redwood CitylSan Mateo County Chamber of Commerce, opposed a building moratorium citing no evidence it would save water and would have a negative impact on the business community, and requested a Task Force of business and civic members Nita Spangler, 970 Edgewood Drive, Redwood City, described California as a desert area, water has been exploited, Council should continue with current plan, and Council should be involved in long term planning Angela Hummel, 101 Finger Avenue, Redwood City spoke in favor of continued banking and described 50 gallons per day as generous Todd Wright, Prometheus Corporation, 2600 Campus Drive, San Mateo, described the California Water Service plan as including a growth factor Carl Kriletitch, 70 Foss Drive, Redwood City spoke in favor of retrofitting. MINUTE BOOK NO. 50 Page No. 209 Regular Meeting Minutes March 25, 1991 Page 6